Certified Medication Aide - Compassionate Patient Care

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and document care per protocol. The role includes taking vital signs, observing residents, and reporting to the charge nurse as needed.

The ideal candidate will have completed State Approved Medication Aide Training and possess a current good standing in the state registry, with preferred prior health care experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program; good standing in state registry.
• Preferred one year of health care experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and document care per protocol.
• Observe and report reactions or side-effects to the charge nurse.
• Take and record vital signs prior to medication administration.
• Document reasons medications are not administered to the resident.
• Prepare medications and document administration in the MAR.
• Administer emergency oxygen and notify the licensed nurse as required.
• Apply ophthalmic, OTIC, nasal, and vaginal medications as ordered.
• Assist residents with daily care activities and mobility as needed.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Patient observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and document care per protocol. The role includes taking vital signs, observing residents, and reporting to the charge nurse as needed.

The ideal candidate will have completed State Approved Medication Aide Training and possess a current good standing in the state registry, with preferred prior health care experience.